International Finance

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Banking

Location, location, location: Why the HSBC headquarters stayed in London

Moving to a more economically dynamic Hong Kong would subject it to China’s not-yet-ready-for-prime-time economic institutions Richard S. Grossman March 27, 2017: In February this year, HSBC, one of the world’s largest banks, decided not to move its headquarters from London to Hong Kong. The revelation that a company is staying put is usually not...
Wealth Management

Survey: Investors see positive changes to AIM

But companies need to ensure that they stay on top of their game March 15, 2017: Small and mid-cap fund managers believe the London Stock Exchange’s AIM market has developed into a genuine alternative to the Main Market, according to a survey. Some large growth companies, typically with a market capitalisation of over £500m, have...
Wealth Management

Greater interest in savings and investment products

UK private banking and wealth management sector calls for ‘a measured and appropriate regulatory regime’ to ensure London remains a global centre of excellence February 2, 2017: The Private Banking and Wealth Management (PBWM) industry has experienced significant growth in assets in recent years, boosting broader UK economic growth and helping individuals and families plan...